Octavia Burrus

As a structured and organized mentor. I have ten years experience in assisting and tutoring individuals of various ethnic and socio-economic backgrounds, including children, adolescents and adults. My extensive experience in assisting and counseling individuals of various ethnic and socio-economic backgrounds, has set the platform for advancing my career in public health.

My organization skills have well exercised me at managing multiple priorities while maintaining a strong work ethic. My innate skills of natural compassion, patience , and tender affection has blossomed, with the ability to be well utilized in the work environment. I have been versatile and dedicated with a focus on the individual needs of the people i work for. My empathetic and accommodating nature has set the stage for vast growth and productivity. In any capacity, of teaching and mentoring I am confident and capable of taking my best attributes and blending them with new technologies in a dedicated company . As an organized and dependable candidate I excell at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude coupled with a willingness to take on added responsibilities.

• Industrious educator with solid history of successfully stepping into diverse classroom environments and supporting students with solid lectures, discussions and activities. Implement intervention strategies and discipline management techniques to enhance student success. Trained in attendance, assessment and grading requirements.

 Achieved Leadership award for outstanding community service for two years · Honored Student Government Association Representative · Vice President of College Newspaper for four years

Served as a neutral ambassador with Political science and Early childhood club college campus

Worked with budget committee of the College Newspaper to evenly divide funds to clubs and groups, (i.e. ) safe haven and women's group.
 
Served with the Epicurean Café' for healthier foods and eating habit  on college campus


Composed a book for young children on challenges of child obesity entitled Overcome contributed to a presentation on
 
C span piece/ at Naugatuck Valley Community College October 2011

Counseled  students dealing with anxiety testing and tutoring.